2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 46 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Saab 9-7X (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Rainier | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |